* Walt taking 2014 and 2018 |
Charlie Campbell, Senior Draft Analyst |
Charlie Campbell
2027 Mock Draft • Updated 10/30
Charlie Campbell
2026 Mock Draft • Updated 8/14
The Chargers could use more young talent at safety.
Thus far in 2026, Benefield has 33 tackles with two passes broken up, an interception, and two sacks. He played well against Ole Miss, showing blitzing skills, an ability to tackle in the open field, and cover ground in zone. In 2025, Benefield was a productive defender for Boise State, totaling 105 tackles with three passes broken up, a forced fumble, and two interceptions. He had a solid season in 2024 with 82 tackles, three breakups, and two interceptions. Benefield transferred to LSU for the 2026 season, and it will be interesting to see how the strong safety adjusts to the SEC.
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Rd: 1 Pk: 1The Titans could use more interior defensive line youth to replace Jeffrey Simmons and T’Vondre Sweat.
In 2026, Moten has six tackles and one sack. Moten was a key contributor and an interior pass rusher on the tough Hurricanes defense that carried them to the National Championship. In 2025, Moten totaled 4.5 sacks with 31 tackles. Moten (6-3, 325) has a good skill set with upside to develop.
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Rd: 1 Pk: 2 | Rd: 1 Pk: 28The Dolphins could use a receiver with true No. 1 potential.
In 2026, Robinson has 22 catches for 407 yards with four touchdowns. He was very impressive against Alabama and was superb against Miami. Robinson has mismatch size, but runs really well for a big receiver, with some smoothness as a route-runner and straight-line speed. In 2025, Robinson hauled in 56 catches for 1,081 yards with six touchdowns. While being a mammoth receiver, Robinson showed serious quickness to get downfield with his 19.3 yards-per-catch average. Robinson played at USC in 2023 and 2024. Robinson is a sleeper who went under the radar in 2025 with Florida State struggling.
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Rd: 1 Pk: 3| 36. |
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Washington Commanders: Kewan Lacy, RB, Ole Miss |
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Washington needs more playmakers for Jayden Daniels, including big-play threats in the backfield.
Lacy has averaged 5.0 yards per carry for 388 yards and five touchdowns. He has seven catches for 16 yards. Lacy (5-10, 205) was a tough runner for the Rebels in 2025. He showed dangerous quickness and shifty running ability while helping the Rebels make a run in the playoffs. Lacy averaged 5.1 yards per carry for 1,567 yards with 24 touchdowns. He also caught 29 passes for 177 yards.
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Rd: 1 Pk: 4| 37. |
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Arizona Cardinals: Trevor Lauck, OT, Iowa |
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The Cardinals add some blocking talent to help their young quarterback.
Lauck (6-5, 314) started at left tackle for the Hawkeyes in 2025 and had an excellent season. He was a tough run blocker and reliable in pass protection. The NFL advance scouts gave him a good grade heading into the 2026 season. It was Lauck’s first year as a starter, so he could be even better in 2026 after getting a year of experience.
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Rd: 1 Pk: 6 | Rd: 2 Pk: 10| 38. |
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Indianapolis Colts: Zeke Berry, CB, Michigan |
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The Colts could use more corner talent to go with Sauce Gardner.
Thus far in 2026, Berry has 21 tackles with three passes broken up and an interception. He has also made some excellent plays on punt coverage. Berry (5-10, 186) was a productive defender for the Wolverines over the past two seasons. Berry had 33 tackles, an interception, and 10 passes broken up in 2025 after totaling 37 tackles with two interceptions and nine passes broken up.
Alex Anzalone is not a long-term starter. Here is a tough linebacker to go with Josiah Trotter.
In 2026, Cole has 40 tackles with 2.5 sacks and one pass batted. Under Kirby Smart, Georgia has produced a lot of solid linebacker prospects for the NFL, and Cole will maintain that tradition in 2027. The 6-foot-3, 235-pounder is strong at the point of attack and is a tough run defender. He also is a dangerous blitzer with upside to develop in pass coverage. In his first season as a starter, Cole had 60 tackles with 4.5 sacks and two passes broken up in 2025.
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Rd: 1 Pk: 8| 40. |
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New York Jets: Sammy Brown, LB, Clemson |
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The Jets could use more young linebacker talent.
Thus far in 2026, Brown has 48 tackles with one sack and one pass broken up. In 2025, Brown had 106 tackles with five sacks, one forced fumble, an interception, and five passes broken up. Brown impressed in 2024 with 80 tackles, five sacks, and three passes broken up. The 6-foot-2, 235-pounder has good instincts and is a tough run defender.
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Rd: 1 Pk: 7 | Rd: 1 Pk: 9 | Rd: 1 Pk: 12New Orleans could use more safety talent.
In 2026, Hubbard has 41 tackles, a forced fumble, three passes broken up, and two interceptions. He had a mixed game against Georgia, getting an interception but also allowing some big plays downfield. While Keon Sabb had the bigger name, Hubbard (6-1, 206) was the Crimson Tide’s most consistent safety in the 2025 season. He was a tough run defender and a quality zone-coverage strong safety in the middle of the field. In 2025, he had 66 tackles with four interceptions, eight passes broken up, and one forced fumble. Hubbard could develop into a starting strong safety in the NFL, but he needs to improve his pass coverage for the NFL.
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Rd: 1 Pk: 10Arizona could use more edge rush talent.
Daley has 20 tackles with four sacks and two passes batted thus far in 2026. Daley has been playing with an injury this season. He was excellent against Oklahoma. The 6-foot-4, 247-pound Daley was a beast for Utah in 2025. He dominated tackles with power, quickness, and an insane motor. In 2025, Daley had 48 tackles with 11.5 sacks and two forced fumbles. Sources say that Daley has a bad body and his run defense needs to improve, but there is no doubt that he has pass-rush ability.
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Rd: 1 Pk: 6 | Rd: 2 Pk: 5With Riq Woolen hitting free agency, Philadelphia could consider more cornerback talent.
Mascoe (5-11, 190) is a gritty cornerback who showed impressive coverage skills against Ohio State's talented receivers in Week 2. He has 17 tackles and six passes batted in 2026 thus far. With Rutgers previously, Mascoe had 48 tackles with an interception and four passes broken up in 2025, after notching 49 tackles with an interception and four breakups in 2024. Mascoe is built well and could turn into an early-round prospect this season with Texas.
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Rd: 1 Pk: 5Tyree Wilson was a bust, and Las Vegas could use more edge rush youth.
In 2026, Traore has 17 tackles, 2.5 sacks, an interception, and two forced fumbles. In 2025, Traore had 32 tackles and 7.5 sacks with a forced fumble. The 6-foot-5, 247-pound Troure has some speed and explosion at the point of attack. Traore is said to be extremely talented with an early-round skill set. In 2024, Traore had 12 tackles and three sacks and looked like he was just scratching the surface of his potential.
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Rd: 1 Pk: 13Given some impending free agents, the Rams could target more edge rush talent to go across from Myles Garrett.
Uiagalelei has 30 tackles, six sacks, and an interception in 2026. In 2025, Uiagalelei had 34 tackles, six sacks, two forced fumbles, and three passes defended. He looked good on some plays, but was inconsistent. Uiagalelei flashed big-time ability for the Ducks in 2024, recording 10.5 sacks with two forced fumbles, one interception, one pass batted, and 38 tackles. The 6-foot-5, 270-pounder has good size, strength, and athleticism. Team sources feel that Uiagalelei looks awesome in flashes but lacks consistency in 2024.
Atlanta could use more receiving talent across from Drake London.
In 2026, Harbor has 17 catches for 278 yards and two touchdowns. Harbor (6-5, 241) is a big receiver who has sprinter speed. For years, scouts have been talking him up to me as a prospect with an elite skill set. In 2025, he had 30 receptions for 618 yards and six touchdowns. Until 2025, Harbor was also a college track competitor, as he is extremely fast, but he stopped running track to focus on football. Harbor has had some issues with his hands and is very raw as a route-runner. In 2024, Harbor had 26 catches for 376 yards and three scores. He has a ton of upside to develop in the NFL, and he could be a steal if he lands with good coaching.
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Rd: 1 Pk: 15Pittsburgh needs a replacement for Joey Porter Jr.
McKinney has an interception returned for a touchdown, nine tackles, and two passes broken up in 2026. In 2025, McKinney had 34 tackles with an interception and five passes defended with Colorado. In 2024, McKinney played really well, totaling 61 tackles with three interceptions and eight passes broken up. McKinney (6-2, 190) is big and has quality ball skills. He could be a solid starter in the NFL.
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Rd: 1 Pk: 24 | Rd: 2 Pk: 24The Seahawks could consider adding some receiver youth given the age of Cooper Kupp.
In 2026, Craver has 30 catches for 286 yards and three touchdowns. Craver is an explosive receiver with dangerous speed to challenge defenses deep downfield. The 5-foot-9, 165-pounder is small but very fast. In 2025, Craver had 59 catches for 917 yards and four touchdowns.
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Rd: 1 Pk: 17| 49. |
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New England Patriots: Zabien Brown, CB, Alabama |
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The Patriots could consider an understudy and replacement for Carlton Davis.
Brown has 19 tackles with four passes broken up thus far in 2026. In 2025, Brown had 39 tackles, two interceptions, and five passes broken up. Brown flashed a lot of ability in 2024 with 18 tackles, three interceptions, and two passes broken up. Brown (6-0, 192) has a lot of upside.
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Rd: 1 Pk: 18Baltimore could use more edge rush talent to rotate with Trey Hendrickson and Mike Green.
Jackson played well versus Texas. In 2026, he has 22 tackles with three sacks and a forced fumble. In 2025, Jackson had 28 tackles, two passes defended, and 6.5 sacks. Jackson (6-6, 258) was a solid defender for the Buckeyes in 2024, rotating behind Jack Sawyer and J.T. Tuimoloau. In 2024, Jackson totaled 16 tackles with 1.5 sacks and a batted pass. He could produce more as a starter in 2025 with the potential to rise. Sources say that Jackson has a good skill set and could be a high riser.
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Rd: 1 Pk: 16Darren Waller has been a nice temporary addition, but Carolina could use more long-term tight end talent.
In 2026, Reynolds has 50 receptions for 493 yards and six touchdowns. Reynolds had a decent 2025 season with Penn State, catching 26 passes for 257 yards. After the season, Reynolds followed James Franklin to the Hokies. Reynolds (6-3, 246) has a good skill set and upside to improve as he gains experience. He is quick, athletic, and dangerous as a receiver.
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Rd: 1 Pk: 19The Packers could use a true replacement for Kenny Clark.
Washington has 21 tackles and five passes batted in 2026. In 2025, Washington had 31 tackles with 1.5 sacks and seven passes broken up. Washington (6-3, 330) is known to have an excellent skill set and upside. He is very strong, physical, and has surprising speed and athleticism for a heavy defensive tackle. Washington is a tough run defender and space-eating nose tackle for the NFL.
The Giants were in love with Jeremiyah Love but he didn’t make to their pick. New York wants more running back talent to pair with Cam Skattebo.
In 2026, Brown has averaged 6.8 yards per carry for 568 yards with four touchdowns. He has 12 receptions for 108 yards and a touchdown. In 2025, Brown averaged 8.8 yards per carry for 884 yards and seven touchdowns on only 101 carries. He had a solid 2024 season that also saw him catch 30 passes for 152 yards and a touchdown. The 5-foot-9, 190-pounder is undersized but has explosive speed.
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Rd: 1 Pk: 21The Bengals could use a long-term tight end.
Brahmer has 21 catches for 206 yards and three touchdowns in 2026. Brahmer had a strong 2025 season with Iowa State, catching 37 passes for 446 yards with six touchdowns. Brahmer (6-7, 255) has good size and is a red zone mismatch problem. After the season, he transferred to Penn State.
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Rd: 1 Pk: 23| 55. |
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Jacksonville Jaguars: Vicari Swain, CB, South Carolina |
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The Jaguars could use more talent in the secondary.
Swain has 17 tackles, one interception, one sack, and three passes batted in 2026. South Carolina has had a number of good cornerbacks come through the program in recent years, and Swain will keep that tradition alive in 2027. In 2025, Swain totaled 28 tackles with one sack, two interceptions, and five passes broken up. Swain (6-1, 190) has a good skill set with size, speed, and athleticism.
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Rd: 1 Pk: 22The Steelers could use more offensive line talent.
The 6-foot-4, 308-pound Baker has a lot of talent and upside to improve. He has technique issues to clean up, but he has an excellent skill set. Baker has size, speed, and athleticism to be a starting edge protector.
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Rd: 1 Pk: 24 | Rd: 2 Pk: 15| 57. |
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Detroit Lions: Tae Johnson, S, Notre Dame |
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Brian Branch is entering free agency, and Kerby Joseph may never play again. Detroit needs some young talent at safety.
Johnson (6-1, 197) had a breakout season in 2025 for the Fighting Irish. Johnson was a playmaker showing dynamic ball skills and instincts. He totaled 48 tackles with four interceptions and three passes defended. Johnson was just scratching the surface, and he could become a dynamic safety prospect. Sources say Johnson has worked really hard and is a good character presence for his team.
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Rd: 1 Pk: 25The Broncos could consider adding more defensive line youth.
In 2026, Stone has 29 tackles and two sacks. The 6-foot-3, 310-pound Stone flashed some next-level ability in 2025. He was a disruptive run defender with 43 tackles on the season. Stone had 1.5 sacks as a sophomore. Improving as a pass rusher would help him to rise.
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Rd: 1 Pk: 27The Bears could consider adding some more interior offensive line talent.
Montgomery was a rotational backup for the Buckeyes on their 2024 National Championship team before becoming a starter in 2025. Montgomery (6-4, 314) had a good debut and was an effective run blocker and pass protector. He looks like a potential starting guard in the NFL.
The Browns could use more edge rush youth to go with Jared Verse.
In 2026, Wilson has five tackles and 3.5 sacks. He has shown speed off the edge with natural pass rush ability. In 2025, Wilson had 23 tackles, nine sacks, two passes broken up, and one interception. Wilson was a rotational backup at Georgia in 2024, totaling 22 tackles with three sacks and two forced fumbles. He transferred to Missouri after the season, and Wilson was impressive with the Tigers. The 6-foot-4, 250-pound Wilson has quality size and is fast off the edge. Sources say he has good character as well.
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Rd: 1 Pk: 14 | Rd: 1 Pk: 26The Chiefs could use more young cornerback talent to go with Mansoor Delane.
In 2026, Rawls has 33 tackles and two batted passes. Rawls (5-11, 173) is undersized, but he is a gritty defender who showed good coverage skills with the Seminoles in 2025. He totaled 40 tackles with an interception and two passes broken up. Rawls could fit as a slot corner in the NFL, but he could stand to gain weight to tackle.
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Rd: 1 Pk: 29The 49ers could use some youth on the offensive line and an understudy for Trent Williams.
Smith (6-4, 307) has been a steady and reliable blocker for the Hoosiers. He shows enough athleticism and quickness to block on the edge, with some strength as a run blocker. Smith is a steady blocker but not overly dominant. Hence, he is viewed as more of a day-two prospect, but this is a weak tackle class, and he plays a premium position, so Smith could rise into late first-round consideration.
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Rd: 1 Pk: 30The Bills could consider adding more edge rush youth. Bradley Chubb is a veteran stop-gap and not a long-term starter.
In 2026, Tuioti has 38 tackles and 5.5 sacks. Tuioti (6-2, 261) played well and was an active defender for Oregon in 2025. He had 68 tackles with 9.5 sacks, two forced fumbles, and five passes batted. Tuioti does not have an elite skill set, but he has functional quickness and strength that is paired with a relentless motor. He has instincts and finds a way to make plays. While Matayo Uiagalelei has a better skill set, Tuioti was the defender who would step up and make plays in the clutch and was the more consistent player thanks to a great motor. In 2024, Tuioti had 5.5 sacks with 58 tackles. Tuioti is strong at the point of attack and plays very physical with non-stop effort.
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Minnesota Vikings: LaNorris Sellers, QB, South Carolina |
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J.J. McCarthy was a huge bust while Kyler Murray was only signed to a one-year contract and has had durability issues. Here’s another quarterback option for Minnesota.
In 2026, Sellers has completed 61 percent of his passes for 1,548 yards, 13 passing touchdowns, two rushing touchdowns, and five interceptions. He has four rushing touchdowns.
Sellers completed 61 percent of his passes for 2,437 yards with 13 passing touchdowns, eight interceptions, five rushing touchdowns, and some yardage on the ground. He has been inconsistent, with some flashes of amazing passes and then missing some completions that he must complete for the NFL. In terms of his development as a football player, he probably should go back to college in 2026, but most players don’t think that way.
Sellers (6-3, 242) has a big-time skill set and could be a special quarterback. In 2024, Sellers completed 66 percent of his passes for 2,534 yards with 18 touchdown passes, seven interceptions, and seven rushing touchdowns. Sellers is a true dual-threat quarterback with dangerous running ability and impressive arm talent. With a cannon for an arm, Sellers can push the ball to all levels of the field with ease. His mobility, athleticism, escapability, and creativity to ad-lib his team into a big play are very desirable to pro teams.
